To delight in war is a merit in the soldier, a dangerous quality in the captain, and a positive crime in the statesman.
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"To delight in war is a merit in the soldier, a dangerous quality in the captain, and a positive crime in the statesman." — George Santayana #warpeace
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To delight in war is a merit in the soldier, a dangerous quality in the captain, and a positive crime in the statesman. — George Santayana
About George Santayana
George Santayana was a Philosopher from Spain (1863–1952).
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This quote is attributed to George Santayana, a Philosopher from Spain.
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George Santayana lived from 1863 – 1952.
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